The UK Department of Transport has granted extension of the relaxation of drivers' hours to help deal with the backlog caused by the foot and mouth movement ban in Scotland.
It applies to Scotland only and extends the relaxation until midnight on November 18.
Richard Lochhead, Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs and Environment, said:
"This is good news for our livestock industry. I am very pleased that the Department for Transport has listened to our concerns and has now acted promptly to address them. It is another step in helping the industry return to normality.
"The Scottish Government has always sought a constructive relationship with the UK Government and this is a good example of this working in practice. I am grateful to the Department for Transport for their help in this matter."
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